Newly opened in Tanjong Katong is quaint little cafe, 6 Letter Coffee. The cosy cafe occupies a storefront near Tanjong Katong Girls’ School—a stone’s throw away from Dakota MRT Station. They even have a nail salon at the back of the cafe if you’re wanting a manicure after indulging in some food and coffee.

Serving up a variety of all-day breakfast and brunch menu items, along with other mains and desserts, this new cafe might just be your new favourite spot to relax and unwind. Here’s what we tried and our take on this new coffee stop!

The cafe had a nice calming ambience and the aroma of coffee hit us the moment we opened their doors.

We had their Cappuccino (S$5) first and were delighted at how flavourful the coffee was. The coffee had a hint of bitterness, but it wasn’t too overpowering. The lingering note was that of dark chocolate with little to no acidity. It was a very pleasant cup of coffee and we didn’t even need to ask for sugar!

Next up at the table was their Avocado & Egg Toast (S$7), featuring an onsen egg and avocado mash on sourdough. The egg was runny and gooey, providing the toast with a rich layer of yolk.

We also managed to sample their Arabiki Sausage and Pancakes (S$12). We were left a tad disappointed because while the pancakes didn’t lack in flavour, they were dense and we needed a little extra maple syrup to boost the taste. The sausages were actually pretty flavourful too, but we felt the proportion of sausages to pancakes were quite imbalanced.

Seeing as how 6 Letter Coffee is still freshly opened, we could understand them still getting used to working around the kitchen. We did like their coffee very much and we hope they could improve their mains while still in their opening phase.

6 Letter Coffee
259 Tanjong Katong Road
Singapore 437047
Daily: 8am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Dakota

Nothing perks up our mornings up like waking up to the smell of freshly roasted coffee. That strong, seductive aroma that wafts through the streets of Singapore courtesy of the many coffee shops that have sprouted up over the years since the coffee fad took over is one of the simple pleasures in life that we thoroughly enjoy.

It’s official—many of us struggle to function without coffee. In light of the massive array of cafes scattered all over the island, we sussed out the best from the lot. But of course, there is much more that defines a great coffee shop other than just a plain cup of joe.

From stellar workspaces, decadent nosh to heavenly brews—coffee-addicts, this one’s for you—here is our list of the best coffee shops in Singapore for you to get your caffeine fix and possibly more.

% Arabica

Coffee aficionados in Singapore went absolutely crazy when popular Japanese coffee shop % Arabica opened its first store in Singapore at Arab Street last year.

Since then, the renowned coffee chain that hails from Kyoto, Japan has opened another 2 outlets in Singapore at 313@Somerset and Chip Bee Gardens. The brand prides itself for its use of quality coffee beans which are harvested from their own farm in Hawaii as well as sourced from various places around the world.

A piping hot cup of their classic Cafe Latte (S$7 for short, S$8 for tall) is great for days when you need a shot of energy or a morning perk-me-up. Aromatic with a slightly nutty taste, % Arabica’s Cafe Latte had a pleasantly bitter aftertaste that was soothed by the mellow creaminess of the milk.

44 Jalan Merah Saga, #01-58
Singapore 278116
Tel: +65 6261 4516
Sun to Thu: 8am – 6pm
Fri & Sat: 8am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

APOLLO COFFEE BAR

Relatively new to the local cafe scene, Apollo Coffee Bar in Serangoon Gardens is opened by the same guys behind the popular Atlas Coffeehouse and Columbus Coffee Co. It has already made quite a name for itself with its Mediterranean-inspired brunch creations and excellent coffee.

P.S. Apollo Coffee Bar is a dog-friendly cafe; you can also bring your dogs and dine at their outdoor seats.

65 Serangoon Garden Way
Singapore 555961
Tel: +65 6246 3875
Tues to Sat: 9am — 10pm
Sun: 9am — 7pm
Nearest Station: Serangoon

BRAWN & BRAINS COFFEE

Tucked away in the iconic former Singapore Badminton Hall, Brawn & Brains provides a nice and fresh twist to the older surrounding buildings. The clean interior of the cafe allows for ample natural light to stream in—making great Insta-worthy moments.

But aesthetics aside, what this coffee shop is known for is none other than their solid brews.

100 Guillemard Road
#01-02 Singapore Badminton Hall
Singapore 399718
Tel: +65 6348 8892
Tue to Fri: 8.30am – 6pm
Sat & Sun: 9.30am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Paya Lebar

CHYE SENG HUAT HARDWARE

A pioneer of artisanal coffee in Singapore, Chye Seng Huat Hardware—opened by the folks behind Papa Palheta—serves up a wide range of desserts, full-on mains and excellent coffee. Do try their signature cold brew which is perfect for a hot afternoon.

150 Tyrwhitt Road
Singapore 207563
Tel: +65 6396 0609
(Closed on Mondays)
Sun to Thu: 9am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 9am – 12am
Nearest Station: Lavender

COMMON MAN COFFEE ROASTERS

Common Man Coffee Roasters was started by the Spa Esprit Group (the same folks behind Forty Hands and House) and has long known to be one of the best places to have a cup of aromatic coffee.

The coffee beans here are of single origins and roasted in a massive 7kg roaster.

#01-00 22 Martin Road
Singapore 239058
Tel: +65 6836 4695
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 5pm
Sat & Sun: 7.30am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

DAPPER COFFEE

Contrary to its name, Dapper Coffee is a cosy copper-clad cafe tucked away on Amoy Street where you do not have to be wearing a suit and tie to patronise.

Modelled after an Old Fashioned—a classic whisky-based cocktail—their Dapper Cold Fashioned served here features a fruity, subtly tart cold brew and is garnished with grapefruit.

73 Amoy Street, Second Floor
Singapore 069892
Tel: +65 8742 8908
(Closed on Saturdays & Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 8am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

DUTCH COLONY COFFEE CO

Coffee-lovers would be no stranger to this name—Dutch Colony Coffee Co. The interior is lovely and casual, perfect to relax over some coffee while catching up on the latest book and to simply stay away from the world.

Dutch Colony Coffee Co offers a great selection of quality coffee beans from the different parts of the world where each of the customers can enjoy freshly roasted bean with various brewing methods.

113 Frankel Ave, Singapore 458230
Tel: +65 6448 5852
Sun to Thu: 8am – 6pm
Fri & Sat: 8am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Kembangan

DRURY LANE

With a laid-back vibe and soft jazzy music in the background, Drury Lane in Tanjong Pagar is an ideal place to lounge about on a lazy afternoon. They offer pretty much the standard cafe fare but their dinner menu and weekend brunch menu are worth trying.

What really stands out is their excellent coffee that is sure to help you kick-start your day on a good note.

94 Tg Pagar Rd
Singapore 088515
Tel: +65 6222 6698
Mon, Wed to Fri: 8am – 6pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 6pm
(Closed on Tuesday)
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

FORTY HANDS

Using blends from Common Man Coffee Roasters, the aromatic coffee at Forty Hands is one to travel for. Not only are they serving up great coffee, they also offer a menu of fusion all-day-breakfast items, putting their own spin on it.

Get hungry for their Eggs Benedict—featuring all the good thing in one dish.

78 Yong Siak St, #01-12
Singapore 163078
Tel: +65 6225 8545
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 7pm
Sat & Sun: 7.30am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Tiong Bahru

HABITAT COFFEE

While Habitat Coffee’s food remains subjective to those with discerning palates, it certainly serves one of the better coffee brews in Singapore. They are passionate about bringing different coffee blends of varying origins and each dine-in coffee is complemented with a tasty caramel biscuit.

223 Upper Thomson Road
Tel: +65 6456 2567
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Marymount

JAMAICA BLUE

This Australian coffee chain uses the much sought-after Wallenford Estate Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Beans for its coffee blends. This coffee bean is hailed as one of the estate’s most superior coffee-growing regions and produces coffee that is mild, and perfectly balanced—perfect for both coffee aficionados and those who just want a quick caffeine fix.

1 Raffles Place, #01-62,
One Raffles Place Tower 2,
Singapore 048616
Tel: +65 6694 8107
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 6.30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

JEWEL COFFEE

At Jewel Coffee, every espresso-based beverage comes with a double shot, giving you higher caffeine buzz for your buck. All the beans used here are of single origin and we absolutely love how minimalistic and bright the interior is.

1 Shenton Way, #01-07
Singapore 068803
Tel: +65 6636 9452
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 7am – 7pm
Sat: 8am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

JIMMY MONKEY

As one of the first few to set up shop in this area, this Australian-style hang out is mostly known for their brunch items such as French toast and eggs benedict, but many coffee aficionados make the journey to have a taste of their coffee blends too.

#01-51 One-North Residences,
9 One-north Gateway,
Singapore 138643
Tel: +65 6777 8470
Daily: 7am – 6pm
Nearest Station: one-north

KITH CAFE

Many people rave about Kith Cafe’s stellar food items but boy do they know how to whip up a solid cuppa joe.

Using a rotating custom blend of speciality beans from various regions such as Brazil and India, coffee drinkers can look forward to a consistent cup of joe that is smooth, thick-bodied, with underlying tones of dark fruits and cocoa.

9 Raffles Boulevard, #01-44/45
Millenia Walk
Singapore 039596
Daily: 7.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

KURASU SINGAPORE

Originating from Kyoto, this is the Japanese brand’s first venture in Singapore and the cafe shares its space with District6, in Odeon Towers.

Serving speciality coffee from selected roasters around Japan and one heck of a Matcha Latte, this is one destination you have to stop by for a morning pick-me-up.

331 North Bridge Road
#02-01, Odeon Towers
Singapore 188720
Mon to Fri: 9am – 6pm
Sat & Sun: 12pm – 6pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

KYU COFFEE BAR

Kyu Coffee Bar is a minimalistic coffee kiosk that sits strategically right outside the entrance of Prudential Tower in Raffles Place.

You can look forward to a wide array of beverages such as tea from Clippers Tea, aromatic coffee blends from Knockhouse Supply Co. and Nylon Coffee Roasters as well as some snacks and cakes.

30 Cecil Street, Level 1
Prudential Tower
Singapore 049712
Tel: +65 8233 3361
(Closed on Saturdays & Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 4.30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

LUNAR COFFEE BREWERS

Fill your tummy with hearty home-cooked rice bowls and even signature dishes originating from sister cafe, Atlas Coffeehouse.

The Cappuccino is just one of the many caffeine-packed options. Intensely creamy with a surprisingly fruity finish, this is hands down one of the better brews we have tried.

#01-49 Downtown Gallery
6 Shenton Way
Singapore 068815
Tel: +65 6224 4500
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 8am – 7pm
Sat: 9am – 3pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

MAVRX COFFEE APOTHECARY

Located along the cafe and drinking hole-laden streets of Duxton Hill is the photogenic Mavrx Coffee Apothecary.

This quirky coffee shop takes on a rather unorthodox approach to your typical coffee shop fare. Picture this: lattes served in ice cream cones and cold brews presented in syringes—a true maverick indeed.

1A Duxton Hill,
Singapore 089587
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 8.30am – 4.30pm
Sat: 10.30am – 4.30pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

NYLON COFFEE ROASTERS

Located below an HDB block in Everton Park, Nylon Coffee Roasters is one of the best coffee shops in Singapore. What they have is excellent quality coffee and a team of experienced baristas who will be more than glad to share their knowledge with you.

4 Everton Park, #01-40
Singapore 080004
(Closed on Tuesdays)
Mon to Fri: 8.30am – 5.30pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

ONE MAN COFFEE

One Man Coffee is a speciality coffee concept that focuses on the art of espresso and quality coffee beans. The humble coffee shop shares the premise with French eatery, Garçons.

Serving up a wide range of coffee products, one of their highly raved items is their flat white which is velvety smooth and jam-packed with flavour. Do consider their food offerings as well such as Gashaus Eggs and French Toast.

215R Upper Thomson Road
Singapore 574349
Tel: +65 9658 1685
Daily: 9am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Marymount

OMOTESANDO KOFFEE

Omotesando Koffee is a popular coffee chain from Tokyo. Look forward to their high-quality espresso-based beverages. Their first and only outlet in Singapore features a myriad of caffeinated beverages from matcha based drinks to a good old latte.

6 Shenton Way, #04-09
The Work Project Downtown
Downtown Gallery
Singapore 068809
(Closed on Saturdays & Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 8am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

ORIOLE COFFEE + BAR

Coffee connoisseurs will definitely appreciate the effort taken by Oriole Coffee + Bar to offer the best brews in Singapore by travelling to countries like Ethiopia to source for beans and roasting them locally. Aside from single origin coffee brews, cold brews served black, with milk or non-dairy M.A.D milk (cold-pressed nut milk) are some crowd favourites you will be able to enjoy at the coffee specialty house.

In particular, the Death Cream (S$10++) is a special concoction of vanilla beans, espresso and cream – high level of caffeine well-balanced with the ensuing vanilla taste.

Otherwise, try their other signature in-house cold brew, Taisho White (S$8++), which is made using Oriole’s in-house signature Raven blend on the daily. Nitro cold brew lovers will be excited to hear that Oriole Coffee + Bar has recently introduced 5 different types of Nitro Cold Brew (S$7) too!

96 Somerset Road, #01-01, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard
Singapore 238163
Sundays to Thursdays: 8am – 11pm
Fridays and Saturdays: 8am – 12am
Tel: 6238 8348
Nearest Station: Somerset

PACAMARA BOUTIQUE COFFEE ROASTERS SINGAPORE

This coffee shop sitting on the edge of the Upper Thomson stretch serves up restaurant-standard grub, and quite possibly one of the best cups of coffee in the entire Upper Thomson enclave.

They keep their coffee offerings modest with no fancy names or quirky creations. Just order up a basic latte and you’re pretty much set to take on the day.

185 Upper Thomson Road
Singapore 574333
Daily: 9am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Marymount

PENNY UNIVERSITY

With an aesthetically pleasing interior, an all-encompassing menu and sumptuous cafe fare, Penny University is one of the most popular cafes in the east of Singapore.

The cafe is perpetually crowded and it is not difficult to see why. It sources its own coffee beans from local coffee roasters, serves cakes and bread freshly baked by local bakeries. Drop by for brunch and a cuppa the next time you are in the neigbourhood.

402 E Coast Rd, Singapore 428997
Tel: +65 6345 9055
Mon to Thu: 8.30am – 6pm
Fri & Sat: 8.30am – 10.30pm
Sun: 8.30am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Kembangan

PERCOLATE

Percolate is a coffee shop in the heartlands of Bedok. They curate a fine list of exceptional coffees and artisanal goods which is more than anyone would expect from a neighbourhood coffee shop.

You can’t go wrong with their standard latte that is creamy, smooth and goes really well with their assorted croissant offerings.

136 Bedok North Ave 3 #01-152
Singapore 460136
Tel: +65 8259 0316
Mon to Fri: 10.30am – 9.30pm
Sat to Sun: 9am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Bedok

SARNIES

This trendy establishment has made a name for itself as the place to go for delicious, quality café nosh.

With coffee beans that are meticulously roasted by a team of talented baristas, and with all coffees made with a double ristretto for a more intense flavour, Sarnies firmly establishes itself as the place to go for your caffeine fix.

136 Telok Ayer Street,
Singapore 068601
Tel: +65 6224 6091
Mon to Tue: 7.30am – 10.30pm
Wed to Fri: 7.30am – 12am
Sat & Sun: 8.30am – 4pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer / Raffles Place

STAMPING GROUND COFFEE

Located along Upper East Coast Road, Stamping Ground Coffee shares the same space with a florist—Dawn Q Floral Design.

From local brand Papa Palheta’s Throwback Blend to Melbourne’s Rumble Coffee Roasters, blends are on a rotational basis and you can look forward to a different roast from time to time.

87 Upper East Coast Road
Singapore 455223
Tel: +65 9070 7610
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Fri: 8am – 6pm
Sat & Sun: 9am to 6pm
Nearest Station: Bedok

THE BRAVERY CAFE

The Bravery Café is a Muslim-owned café located in the Lavender neighbourhood. The abundance of charging ports and free WIFI make The Bravery an ideal spot to catch up on work.

We are particularly fond of their signature Lavender Latte which boasts a really nice fragrance with a creamy finish. The cappuccino and cold brew are also consistently good.

66 Horne Road
Tel: +65 9388 2973
Mon, Wed, Thu & Sun: 9am – 6pm
Fri & Sat: 9am – 9.30pm
Closed on Tue
Nearest Station: Lavender

THE COFFEE ACADEMICS

This famous Hong Kong coffee chain is famous for using speciality coffee beans and state-of-the-art equipment to craft their exceptional brews.

Taking their passion for coffee to a whole new level, their “sensory playground” over at Scotts Square promises to excite with their rare blends and a wide range of brew options.

Scotts Square, #02-01/#02-02
6 Scotts Road,
Singapore 228209
Mon to Thu: 9am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 9am – 10.30pm
Sun: 9am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

THE POPULUS COFFEE & FOOD CO

Opened by the folks behind the now-defunct Department of Caffeine and Two Degrees North Coffee Co., The Populus Coffee & Food Co. is easily one of our favourite coffee shops in Singapore.

The coffee bar, with the sleek coffee machine, is a sexy one that will not go unnoticed. Watch the baristas in action, have a chat with them and they will be happy to share their knowledge about third wave coffee with you; smells are free, too!

The coffee beans are roasted exclusively by Two Degrees North Coffee Co, with 3 blends and 4 single origins at the moment. You cannot leave The Populus Coffee & Food Co. without having a cup, that’s for sure.

146 Neil Road
Tel: +65 6635 8420
Mon: 9am – 7 pm
Tue: 9am – 4pm
Wed to Fri: 9am – 10.30pm
Sat: 9.30am – 10.30pm
Sun: 9.30am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Outram

THE PROVIDORE

The Providore is a multifaceted concept that features a deli, bakery, a cafe and even a gourmet grocer. At their cafes, you’ll find great coffee and gorgeous food inspired by their own range of seasonal products.

Their contemporary spaces offer all-day dining as well as a huge selection of coffee, tea, wines, craft beers and cocktails.

7 Raffles Place
Singapore 048625
Tel: +65 6533 1352
Mon to Sat: 8am – 10.30pm
Sun: 9am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

THUS COFFEE

Located in the Upper Thomson enclave, Thus Coffee is a chic cafe that offers stellar grain bowls, pasta, brunch, hearty stews and delicious coffee.

Coffee aficionados can take pleasure in knowing that their coffee beans are freshly roasted in-house—something often overlooked at many cafes in Singapore.

4 Jalan Kuras
Singapore 577723
Tel: +65 8411 7565
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Ang Mo Kio

TIONG HOE SPECIALTY COFFEE

Tiong Hoe Gim Kee Trading Co is a reputable pioneer in Singapore’s competitive coffee industry.

The cafe boasts several roasted single-origins and espresso blends. Prices range from S$13 for a 250-gram package of Gachala Espresso Blend to S4 for their single origin beans.

170 Stirling Road
Singapore 140170
Tel: +65 6473 1133
Mon to Fri: 8.30am – 5.30pm
Sat and Sun: 9am – 4pm
Nearest Station: Queenstown

TOBY’S ESTATE

Toby’s Estate Signature Café & Roastery at Rodyk Street is founder Toby Smith’s first venture outside of Australia, where a team of world-class coffee experts is dedicated to creating and serving remarkable coffee every day.

At Toby’s Estate, you can enjoy some of the best coffees from all over the world and explore the amazing tastes and aromas of their coffee through different brewing methods.

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8 Rodyk Street, #01-03/04
Singapore 238216
Tel: +65 6636 7629
Sun to Thu: 7.30am – 6pm
Fri & Sat: 7.30am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Fort Canning

A well-known gem for quality brunch item and strategic location near Somerset MRT station, Oriole Coffee + Bar has recently expanded their menu and upped their game in the local cafe and bar scene.

Whether it is gourmet coffee that you are craving or alcohol for you to indulge in during a night out with your friends, Oriole Coffee + Bar posits as one of the best spots in town for you to have a meal at and chill out. Founded in 2008, this diner has an interesting concept as it transforms from a hipster cafe during the daytime to a snazzy bar by dusk.

We’ve been frequenting Oriole Coffee + Bar since its opening and we have to say that their food and coffee are consistently good—if not, getting better and better over the years—and it is one of our favourite cafes in Singapore.

From now until 31 May 2018, diners who spend S$35++ with Mastercard are treated to Oriole Coffee + Bar’s signature Har Cheong Gai at only $1++! Do note that the promotion is only valid from Monday through Friday, 11am to 3pm, excluding eve and day of public holidays at the Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard outlet.

THE CONCEPT

Oriole Coffee + Bar is essentially a specialty coffeehouse in the day and a bar by night. During the day, guests get to indulge in hearty meals while watching the skilled baristas in action as they create each cup of coffee with precision and care.

When night falls, get ready to be serenaded with live music as you knock down pints of beer or sip on cocktails throughout the night. Their all-encompassing drinks menu features cocktails, draft beers, wine and spirits.

Situated in Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard which is just right beside 313@Somerset, Oriole Coffee + Bar definitely does not fall short in terms of serving quality grub to cater to both locals and tourists around the area.

HEARTY ALL-DAY BREAKFAST ITEMS

Don’t we all love all-day breakfast items? If you are like us who cannot wake up early, Oriole Coffee + Bar has plenty of options for All-Day Breakfast meals, which are available from 8am to 6pm daily.

One of their highly recommended dishes is the Fully Loaded (S$22) that will surely, well, leave you loaded and fuelled. Choose how you would like your eggs to be cooked, and have them with 2 types of meat, maple-glazed bacon, roasted potatoes, roasted tomatoes, mushrooms, baked bean and multigrain toast. There is also a gluten-free option for their multigrain toast!

For those with a smaller appetite and looking for a wholesome or vegetarian option, the Bircher (S$12) is a blend of healthy Greek yoghurt, rolled oats, fruits and granola.

COFFEE FOR THE DAY

Be it hot or cold coffee, Oriole Coffee + Bar will have you covered.

Coffee connoisseurs will definitely appreciate the effort taken by Oriole Coffee + Bar to offer the best brews in Singapore by travelling to countries like Ethiopia to source for beans and roasting them locally. Aside from single origin coffee brews, cold brews served black, with milk or non-dairy M.A.D milk (cold-pressed nut milk) are some crowd favourites you will be able to enjoy at the coffee specialty house.

In particular, the Death Cream (S$10++) is a special concoction of vanilla beans, espresso and cream – high level of caffeine well-balanced with the ensuing vanilla taste.

Otherwise, try their other signature in-house cold brew, Taisho White (S$8++), which is made using Oriole’s in-house signature Raven blend on the daily. Nitro cold brew lovers will be excited to hear that Oriole Coffee + Bar has recently introduced 5 different types of Nitro Cold Brew (S$7) too!

CLASSIC PIZZAS TO LOVE

This new addition to their extensive food menu is something to love. We sang nothing but praises for their Margherita Pizza (S$18), which was generously topped with fresh buffalo mozzarella, tomato confit, parmesan cheese and basil leaves.

This dish would be good for sharing amongst a group of friends—but we wouldn’t promise that you and your buddies will not be fighting over the last slice!

SEAFOOD OPTIONS

Also a newly introduced dish, the Pan-Seared Barramundi (S$26) features a fresh fillet with nutty romesco sauce.

They also have other seafood options, such as Garlic Prawn Risotto (S$25) and classic Fish and Chips (S$20).

TRUFFLE MAC AND CHEESE

Do not be fooled by their Truffle Mac and Cheese (S$24) which is seemingly unappealing because the flavours are actually very on point. Unlike many dishes that claim to have truffle yet do not have a hint of truffle taste, the taste of truffle in this dish was extremely piquant for us.

Imagine freshly baked macaroni in cheese and topped off with chunky pieces of crabmeat, crunchy corn and then rounding it all up with aromatic truffle oil; it is any cheese lover’s wildest dreams come true.

PHILLY CHEESE STEAK

Open up their Philly Cheese Steak (S$18) to find a chock full of well-marinated beef, mozzarella cheese, caramelized onions, mushrooms and capsicums sandwiched between toasted ciabatta bread.

With just the right proportion of the various ingredients, the sandwich is neither overwhelmingly sweet nor salty, making it very well-balanced.

FINGER FOOD

Look forward to close to 10 bar snack choices which are available from 11am onwards daily. These snacks go hand-in-hand with their beers and cocktails!

For an insanely addictive snack for sharing with friends, the Spam Fries (S$12++) is THE bar snack you have to get when you are at Oriole Coffee + Bar. Thick cuts of luncheon meat are deep-fried until crispy, making this sinful side the perfect accompaniment to your bubbles and ice-cold beer.

Oh what can we say, really? This is a guilty pleasure we are willing to forgo our diet for!

HAR CHEONG GAI AT ONLY S$1++

We have yet to meet a Singaporean who doesn’t enjoy Har Cheong Gai (S$16++). For the uninitiated, Har Cheong Gai is actually deep-fried chicken wings marinated with shrimp paste.

From now until 31 May 2018, Mastercard® cardholders can enjoy an exclusive deal—a serving of Har Cheong Gai at only S$1++ (U.P. S$16++) with a minimum spend of S$35++ on a la carte items in a single receipt.

Simply pay using any local or overseas Mastercard® credit or debit card to enjoy this deal! This promotion runs on weekdays from 11am to 3pm.

BAR BY DUSK

At 7pm daily, Oriole Coffee + Bar will feature a live band to bring out the chill vibes for the perfect ambience to have a glass of cocktail or beer after work. The outdoor seats will give you the best view of the live performances while you enjoy your meals and/or drinks.

We reckon that we aren’t the only ones who love their concept of ‘Café by Day, Bar by Dusk’, right? Besides whipping up quality grub and serving gourmet coffee, get some alcoholic drinks here at Oriole Coffee + Bar at night after a long day at work!

Oriole Coffee + Bar
96 Somerset Road, #01-01, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard
Singapore 238163
Sundays to Thursdays: 8am – 11pm
Fridays and Saturdays: 8am – 12am
Tel: 6238 8348
Nearest Station: Somerset

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A new breakfast place is opening up at Plaza Singapura and it is featuring two signature items we cannot get enough of—eggs and pancakes! If you are a fan of pancakes, omelettes and crepes, you definitely have to keep a lookout for Eggs n’ Things, a popular eatery hailing all the way from Waikiki, Hawaii.

Founded in 1974, Eggs n’ Things’ outlets are currently found only in Hawaii and Japan but Singaporeans are in for a real treat when they open their doors to the public soon. Dedicated to serving quality food using only the freshest ingredients while keeping prices affordable, the eatery brings the ‘spirit of Aloha’ to Singapore shores.

Over here in Singapore, diners can expect Eggs n’ Things to feature popular items from their menu such the fluffy and light buttermilk pancakes which are often touted as one of the best in Hawaii! Try the pancakes that are topped with their iconic whipped cream made using a special recipe.

You will not be disappointed when it comes to their speciality omelettes too—every omelette dish comes with three fresh eggs and they are served with steamed rice, fried potatoes or three buttermilk pancakes. Just the thought of it is making us hungry!

Eggs n’ Things has yet to declare their official opening date so keep your eyes peeled for it!

Eggs n’ Things
68 Orchard Road
#03-79/83, Plaza Singapura
Singapore 238839
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

All photos are credited to Eggs ‘n Things. 

In Singapore, having brunch is our favourite activity over the weekends. You get to laze around in bed a little longer, take your time to get ready and then head out to a beautiful restaurant or cafe for a hearty meal. Oh yes, nothing feels better than a weekend brunch indulgence.

As brunch is now a popular dining trend that is unlikely to die out anytime soon, F&B establishments today are placing more emphasis on creating the perfect brunch experience for their diners. This increase in competition means that Singaporeans are given endless, unparalleled options to choose from.

Here are 33 Best Brunch Spots In Singapore. You are welcome. 

ARBITE

Despite its obscure location at the 2nd level of a shophouse in Serangoon Gardens, Arbite is widely popular with the residents and visitors alike, and boasts a setting with abundant natural lighting streaming in.

Some of the dishes include Arbite Breakfast (S$19.26), Smoked Salmon Pancakes (S$16.05) and Pulled Pork Wrap (S$16.05).

66A Serangoon Garden Way
Singapore 555962
Tel: +65 6287 0430
Mon to Fri: 11.30 am – 3.00 pm, 6.00pm – 10.30pm
Sat to Sun: 11.00 am – 10.30 pm
Nearest Station: Serangoon/Lorong Chuan

ARTEASTIQ

A cafe cum art studio in Mandarin Gallery, visitors can take part in art jamming sessions at Arteastiq. When you are feeling hungry, grab brunch at the cafe at any time of the day.

Some of their brunch items include Flight Fantasy Free Range Egg (S$16), The Farmer’s Breakfast (S$21) and Salted Egg Yolk Capellini (S$23).

333A Orchard Road
#04-14/15, Mandarin Gallery
Singapore 238867
Tel: +65 6235 8370
Mon to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

Photo Credit: Atlas Coffeehouse

ATLAS COFFEEHOUSE

The sister cafe of Assembly Coffee, Atlas Coffeehouse is located just a few minutes walk away from Botanic Gardens MRT Station. Dine at the table beside the floor to ceiling glass windows where you can people watch.

Notable dishes you should try are Butterscotch Banana Pancake (S$18.50) and Creamy Mushrooms On Sourdough (S$12).

6 Duke’s Road
Singapore 268886
Tel: +65 6314 2674
Tue to Sun: 8am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens

BEE’S KNEES

Nestled within Singapore Botanic Gardens, the cafe is a hideout away from the hustle and bustle of the city that allows you to dine within lush greenery, which makes it a perfect spot for weekend brunch.

We enjoyed the buttery Tiger Prawns (S$18) and Caramelised Apples, Greek Yoghurt and Cranberries waffle (S$14) on our previous visit.

50 Cluny Park Road
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Singapore 257488
Tel: +65 6264 7978
Tue to Sun: 10am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens

BOUFE

Boufe comprises a cafe section (that is split to indoor and al fresco areas) and a mini boutique where popular online brand Ohvola is stocked at. The beautiful outdoor seating area surrounds you with lush greenery and the freshest air.

Triple B (S$20), Eggs Benedict (S$16) and Brioche French Toast (S$17) are some dishes that we highly recommend at Boufe.

308 Tanglin Road
Phoenix Park
Tel: +65 6734 7656
Tue to Sun: 9am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard/Redhill

CAFE MELBA

Housed in a beautiful glass building, Cafe Melba is chic and stylish, without being overly pretentious. Their weekend brunch is very popular; they do not take reservations, so make sure you go early to get a table.

Their all-day brunch menu features their signature Full Melba Breakfast, Eggs Benedict and also vegetarian options including Muesli Brioche French Toast and Caraway Marbled Rye Bread and Avocado.

90 Goodman Road
#01-56 Block N
Singapore 439053
Tel +65 6440 6068
Mon to Fri: 10am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 8.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Aljunied

COMMON MAN COFFEE ROASTERS

No doubt one of the most popular cafes in Singapore, Common Man Coffee Roasters at Martin Road is a mature space dedicated to coffee lovers, and it has a 7kg roaster for roasting single origin coffee beans.

Look forward to a weekend of indulgence with their Common Man Full Breakfast, Common Man Fluffy Pancakes and Sauteed Kale & Egg White Scramble.

#01-00, 22 Martin Road
Singapore 239058
Tel: +65 6836 4695
Daily: 7am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

FRESH FRUITS LAB

Modelled after a laboratory, the food served there will surprise you in ways you would never imagine—think burgers with a fruit salad, meats and seafood with fruit innuendos, and cold pressed fruit juices in a plethora of combinations.

If you are heading there for brunch, consider Messy Breakfast (S$17), Eggs Florentine (S$14) and Blackstone (S$14).

351 Changi Road
Singapore 419818
Tel: +65 6677 6741
Tue to Thu: 11am – 10pm
Fri: 11am – 11pm
Sat: 10am – 11pm
Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Kembangan

FYNN’S

Fynn’s Café—conveniently located right outside Esplanade MRT Station Exit CC3—is a beautiful modern all-day dining café reminded us of our good old days in Melbourne.

The cafe has a decent brunch menu consisting of Fynn’s Breakfast, Baked Butternut Squash French Toast and Caramelised Pork Belly Baguette.

26 Beach Road
#B1-21 South Beach Avenue
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6384 1878
Tue to Fri: 9am – 10pm
Sat: 11am – 10pm
Sun: 11am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

HABITAT COFFEE

Habitat Coffee at Upper Thomson Road is worth visiting because it serves good coffee and well-cooked dishes at sensible prices.

For brunch, we highly recommend the hearty and satisfying Eggs Tomato Relish (S$15)—two eggs, bacon, and baby spinach cooked in a tomato sauce. Amazingly simple, but absolutely delicious and very hearty.

223 Upper Thomson Road
Singapore 574355
Tel: +65 6456 2567
Tue to Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Marymount

HOUSE AT DEMPSEY

Mismatched furnitures, dim lights complementing the sun rays that stream in from the ceiling-to-floor glass panels and soft jazz and lounge music looping while the coffee machine brews are some of the reasons why we love House At Dempsey.

An impressive brunch menu awaits when you visit them. From Oregon Salmon Mash (S$21) and Almond Cinnamon Featherbed Toast (S18) to Old-Fashioned American Sliders (S$26), there is something for everyone there.

8D Dempsey Road
Tel: +65 6475 7787
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 6pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 4pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Queenstown

LITTLE DINER

A humble eatery that sits amidst the lush greenery of Bukit Timah and away from the humdrum of city life and stress, Little Diner is a no-frills place; just earnest comfort food in generous portions.

Opt for Little Diner’s Epic Breakfast Platter (S$23.50) or Steak And Eggs (S$27.50).

789 Bukit Timah Road
Tel: +65 6466 4088
Tue to Fri: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village/Botanic Gardens

KITH CAFE

Kith Cafe’s brunch menu is packed with many different brunch options and items to look out for include the Better Than Benny (S$18) as well as the Smoked Salmon Sous-Vide Eggs (S$19).

163 Penang Road, #01-01
Winsland House II, Singapore 238463
Tel: +65 6235 0582
Daily: 7.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

LAURENT’S CAFE

Laurent’s Café is a gem in the heart of Orchard Road offering a menu of brunch items and desserts. Beautiful and authentic French fare and world-class desserts are what you can expect from this cosy and inviting space.

Croque Monsieur Sandwich (S$16), Iberico Eggs Benedict (S$21) and The Farmers Breakfast (S$23) are some of the must-tries there.

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260 Orchard Road #B1-02C
The Heeren
Singapore 238855
Tel: +65 6235 2340
Daily: 9am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

NINETHIRTY BY AWFULLY CHOCOLATE

Managed by the same team behind Awfully Chocolate, Ninethirty is a casual bistro that is suitable for a night out with a group of friends, or a date with your partner. What draws the crowd in is their reasonably-priced menu featuring Western food with Asian touches.

Weekend brunch is something you must not skip there; they have Steak And Eggs (S$19), Mushroom Crepe (S$14) and Breakfast Waffle (S$14) on the menu.

131 East Coast Rd
Singapore 428816
Tel: +65 6345 2190
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri: 12pm – 1am
Sat: 9.30am – 1am
Sun: 9.30am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Dakota

ORIOLE COFFEE + BAR

Don’t we all love all-day breakfast items? If you are like us who cannot wake up early, Oriole Coffee + Bar has plenty of options for All-Day Breakfast meals, which are available from 8am to 6pm daily.

One of their highly recommended dishes is the Fully Loaded (S$22) that will surely, well, leave you loaded and fuelled. Choose how you would like your eggs to be cooked, and have them with 2 types of meat, maple-glazed bacon, roasted potatoes, roasted tomatoes, mushrooms, baked bean and multigrain toast. There is also a gluten-free option for their multigrain toast!

For those with a smaller appetite and looking for a wholesome or vegetarian option, the Bircher (S$12) is a blend of healthy Greek yoghurt, rolled oats, fruits and granola.

96 Somerset Road, #01-01, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard
Singapore 238163
Sundays to Thursdays: 8am – 11pm
Fridays and Saturdays: 8am – 12am
Tel: 6238 8348
Nearest Station: Somerset

OVEREASY

Furnished with an American diner concept in mind, OverEasy is the go-to place for a gathering with your friends while you share the latest gossips over hearty brunch dishes.

Brunch at OverEasy Orchard is available on weekends and public holidays from opening till 3pm. Go all out on The Truffle Burger (S$28), Grilled Cheese On Crack (S$18) and House Smoked Salmon and Kale Pancakes (S$18).

541 Orchard Road, #01-01, Liat Towers
Singapore 238881
Tel: +65 6684 1453
Mon: 5pm – 12am
Tue to Thu: 12pm – 12am
Fri: 12pm – 1am
Sat: 10am – 1am
Sun: 10am – 12am
Nearest Station: Orchard

PADDY HILLS

This Australian-inspired cafe by day and tapas bar by night prides itself in its choice of location by being away from crowds, so that diners can indulge in the food comfortably without the hubbubs of the city.

Berry Muffcake (S$20) is a beautiful dish that will spice up your Instagram feed and it is their most popular brunch item too.

38 South Buona Vista Road
Singapore 118164
Tel: +65 6479 0800
Mon to Fri: 10.30am – 5pm, 6pm – 9.30pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 5pm, 6.30 – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Haw Par Villa/Pasir Panjang

PARK HOLLAND VILLAGE

PARK at Holland Village is definitely one of the nicest cafes in the enclave. This unique environmentally friendly cafe-cum-bar has been interestingly constructed with reassembled containers and solar panels – a tranquil cafe by day, and a bustling waterhole at night.

If you happen to swing by during brunch, they serve eggs in various styles—Egg Royale (S$16.50), Egg Florentine (S$16.50) and Tempura Egg (S$16.50).

281 Holland Ave #01-01
Singapore 278621
Tel: +65 9721 3815
Mon: Closed
Tue to Thu: 11am – 12am
Fri to Sun: 11am – 2am
Nearest Station: Holland Village

PLATFORM 1094

A meal at Platform 1094 is always a spellbinding session and all the more so if you are into magic, wizards and basically anything sorcery-related; you get to put on a wizard’s cloak, pointed hat and pick up a wand of your choice for a photoshoot!

While the themed cafe is more known for its food theatrics, which are impressive, this is also the place to get hearty brunch fare too. Think Giant’s Breakfast (S$15), Smoked Salmon (S$12), Crab Meat Aglio Olio (S$17) and Mozzarella Cheese Sandwich (S$12). We like how the portions are substantial yet prices are kept very reasonable.

Do take note that Platform 1094′s brunch menu is available only on weekends from 10am to 3pm.

1094 Serangoon Rd, Singapore 328192
Tue to Sun: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Boon Keng

P.S. CAFE

One of the most popular cafes in Singapore, P.S. Cafe has gained a strong loyal following who swear by the cafe’s food and ambience.

Going for something fancy? You will never go wrong with the PS. Breakfast Steak and Chargrilled Portobello Burger. Diners can also pair their food with a selection of brunch cocktails.

#02-02, 45 Ann Siang Road
Singapore 069719
Tel: +65 9797 0648
Mon to Wed: 11.30am – 11pm
Thu: 11.30am – 12 Midnight
Fri: 11.30am – 1am
Sat & PH: 9.30am – 1am
Sun: 9.30am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

RIDERS CAFE

Riders Cafe at Bukit Timah Saddle Club needs no introduction. It is wonderful place to escape to if you want a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Some noteworthy dishes on their weekend brunch menu are Smoked Salmon & Sweet Corn Hash, Portobello Sandwich and Cowboy Hanger Steak.

51 Fairways Drive
Bukit Timah Saddle Club
Tel: +65 6466 9819
Sun to Thu: 8am – 9pm
Fri & Sat: 8am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens

RISE & GRIND COFFEE CO.

Located just at the first floor of Bukit Timah Plaza, Rise & Grind Coffee Co. occupies a cosy space with a partial alfresco dining area. The cafe offers a nice and comfortable dining environment together with delicious food and different blends of coffee to choose from.

Highlights from their brunch menu include the Hangover Cure, Pulled Pork Benedict and Avo-ka-dukkah.

Bukit Timah Plaza
1 Jalan Anak Bukit #L1-CA1
Singapore 588996
Mon, Wed to Thu, Sun: 9am – 9pm
Fri & Sat: 9am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bukit Batok

STAMPING GROUND COFFEE

Located along Upper East Coast Road, Stamping Ground Coffee shares the same space with a florist—Dawn Q Floral Design. There are a few car park lots located right outside the café and parking is absolutely free of charge. However, do note that the lots are very limited.

Stamping Ground Coffee’s all-day menu features Avocado Toast (S$13) and Bacon Jam ($14).

87 Upper East Coast Road
Singapore 455223
Tel: +65 9070 7610
Mon: Closed
Tue to Sun: 9am to 6pm
Nearest Station: Bedok

SUPER LOCO

From the people behind Lucha Loco, Super Loco is an upbeat Mexican restaurant along Robertson Quay that boasts Mexican vibes; it will enchant you to no end. The restaurant follows the colour theme of pastels and neon and that adds to the fun of dining by the river walk.

Fans of Mexican food can delight themselves in the Breakfast Burrito (S$18), The Grande Breakfast (S$24) and Sweet Corn Fritters (S$15).

60 Robertson Quay, #01-13 The Quayside
Singapore 238252
Tel: +65 6235 8900
Mon to Thu: 5pm – 12am
Fri: 5pm – 1am
Sat: 10am – 3:30pm, 5pm – 1am
Sun: 10am – 3:30pm, 5pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Clark Quay

SYMMETRY

Symmetry is beautiful in a rustic sort of way. The brick walls and dim lights lend a cosy feel to it, making it perfect for a lazy weekend brunch.

The Eggs Benedict ($20) from Symmetry was well worth the price tag. Ours were poached beyond perfection, with wobbly whites and golden viscous yolks. They also serve Big Breakfast ($24) and Pain Perdue ($15).

9 Jalan Kubor #01-01
Tel: +65 62919 901
Mon: 10.30am – 9pm
Tue to Thu: 10.30am – 11pm
Fri: 10.30am – 12 Midnight
Sat: 9am – 12 Midnight
Sun: 9am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

THE BRAVERY CAFE

The Bravery Cafe is widely recognised as one of the best coffee shops in Singapore.

Start your day off with a Crostini (S$7.50), or Eggs on Toast (S$8). The Pancakes Stack (S$15) with bananas, ricotta cheese, honey and crusted pistachio is also noteworthy.

66 Horne Road
Singapore 209073
Tel: +65 9388 2973
Daily (except Tue): 8am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Lavender

THE LOKAL

Weekends at The LoKal is usually a busy affair, with both locals and tourists visiting the Aussie-inspired cafe for brunch. Good news—brunch is served till 3.30pm daily so you can avoid the weekend crowd.

Encompassing both local and western eats, expect to see Kaya Toast, The Lokal Beef Burger and The Lokal Pasta on the brunch menu. However, do note that certain dishes are only available during the weekends.

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136 Neil Road
Singapore 088865
Tel: +65 6423 9918
Mon: 8am – 5pm
Tue to Fri: 8am – 10pm
Sat: 9am – 10pm
Sun: 9am – 4pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

THE POPULUS COFFEE & FOOD CO.

Opened by the now-defunct Department of Caffeine and Two Degrees North Coffee Co., Populus Coffee & Food Co is where every coffee lover should head to.

The menu was painstakingly put together with the good thoughts of feeding their patrons healthily and well. Your best bet will be the Grain Bowls (S$19.50) and The Populus Scramble (S$18.50).

146 Neil Road
Singapore 088875
Tel: +65 6635 8420
Mon & Wed: 9am – 7pm
Thu & Fri: 9am – 10.30pm
Sat: 9.30am – 10.30pm
Sun: 9.30am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Outram

THE WHITE RABBIT

The White Rabbit—owned by The Lo & Behold Group who is behind other dining concepts such as Loof and OverEasy—is a romantic restaurant housed within a beautiful restored Chapel in Dempsey Road.

If you pop by for brunch, try their Waffles (S$14), The White Rabbit Fry Up (S$24) or the Crepes Suzette (S$18).

39C Harding Road
Singapore 249541
Tel: +65 6473 9965
Mon: Closed
Tue to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 10.30pm – 3pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Queenstown

TOBY’S ESTATE

An established cafe in Singapore, Toby’s Estate has a few table outside where you can have a cup of coffee facing the river. Otherwise, there’s always indoor seating.

They have a comprehensive all day breakfast menu so you can pop by at any time of the day. Some of their brunch items you should keep a lookout for include Brekkie Of Champions (S$25) and Eggs Benedict Three Ways (S$20).

#01-03/04, 8 Rodyk Street
Singapore 238216
Tel: +65 6636 7629
Daily: 7.30am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

TWO BAKERS

Two Bakers is a cosy space that sits along Horne Road and they do both mains and desserts really well. Consisting of a comfortable space with sunlight streaming in, alongside a mixture of communal and long wooden tables, there is nothing we dislike about the cafe.

Give their Signature Truffle Omelette (S$14.80), Avocado Ricotta Toast (S$10.80) and Pandan Blueberry Hotcakes (S$11.80) a try.

88 Horne Road
Singapore 209083
Tel: +65 6293 0329
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun: 9am – 6pm
Fri & Sat: 10am – 10pm
Tue: Closed
Nearest Station: Lavender

WILD HONEY

In a city that has seen almost every restaurant and café serving brunch on weekends, Wild Honey has done remarkably well. It is one of the first few places that offers all-day brunch.

The menu is extensive and it is the dream of every breakfast lover. From English breakfast ($24) to the Canadian ($19) and Norwegian breakfast ($26), there is something for everyone from their all-day breakfast menu.

333A Orchard Road
#03-01/02 Mandarin Gallery
Singapore 238897
Tel: +65 6235 3900
Mon to Fri: 9am – 9pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

Read: Guide to Singapore’s Best Cafes

It has only been two months since the launch of Délifrance’s Halal-certified gourmet flavour bursting croissants but the respectable French bakery chain that everyone grew up loving already has something new to offer.

As the trend of cheesy food remains highly popular, Délifrance has decided to fatten all of us further with the all-new Cheesy Lava flavour! The other flavours in the mini flavour bursting croissant range – Salted Egg, Hazel O’tella and Cookie Butter – will continue to be there for you any time you need a good croissant fix.

From 01 August onwards, all readers of Ladyironchef are entitled to one free Cheesy Lava croissant with any three pieces purchased. All you have to do is to flash this post to the friendly staff at any Délifrance outlet to redeem.

We are only too familiar with the first-rate French croissants Délifrance outlets carry and were really stoked to try the new Cheesy Lava flavour!

As with its partners-in-crime, the Cheesy Lava croissant in the mini flavour bursting croissant collection is one that is freshly baked and affordable – S$2.30 per piece and S$6 for three.

This delicate Cheesy Lava croissant features a top layer of parmesan cheese that is crispy and crumbles apart with every bite, leaving you with a mouthful of buttery crumbs and of course, molten nacho cheese lava. The cheese oozed out profusely when we cut into the croissants, and we sure aren’t complaining!

Apart from indulging in the Cheesy Lava croissant, Délifrance is introducing a red and white sweet treat in conjunction with National Day celebrations.

Look out for these dainty little Strawberry Cheese Tartlets that are going for S$9.50 in a box of six. In these tartlets are cream cheese and mascarpone cheese fillings upon their biscuity tart base and topped off with fresh strawberries.

Sure, they look like your regular tartlets. But wait till you pop them in your mouth. Luscious, creamy, cheesy; you will realise how you cannot stop at one.

In addition to that, Délifrance will be adding three new all-day breakfast items – Smoked Salmon Baked Egg Ciabatta, Smoked Salmon Scrambled Egg Ciabatta and Chicken Ham Baked Egg Ciabatta. They are all below S$10!

Ciabatta bread originates from Italy, and is a spin-off from the widely known French baguette. The signature of this bread comes from its elongated and broad surface that inspired the creative team at Délifrance for their new All Day breakfast add-ons.

Warm and milky scrambled eggs cocooned in fresh homemade Ciabatta; simple breakfasts are made of these.

The Smoked Salmon Scrambled Egg Ciabatta (S$8++) comes with generous chunks of smoked salmon pieces sitting in between the scrambled eggs, adding more flavours and making your meal more wholesome and nutritious.

Something worth commenting is that cheese has been placed on top of the ciabatta bread before it is put into the oven for baking, so you can expect a mild cheesy flavour.

The Chicken Ham Baked Egg Ciabatta is the most affordable option. At only S$6.50, a good number of chicken ham slices with cheese and pepper line the sides of the ciabatta bread, giving a nice salty zest to an otherwise plain bread. The best part is breaking the runny yolk, of course!

Délifrance Singapore is launching the three breakfast items on 31 July 2016, while the Cheesy Lava Croissant and Strawberry Cheese Tartlets will be available from 01 August 2016.

Délifrance Singapore Sure Win Lucky Dip

Four participating Délifrance outlets in Singapore will be holding a sure-win lucky dip and there are four pairs of USS tickets and other food prizes to be won! All you have to do is to purchase six pieces of flavour bursting croissants for a chance to draw.

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Opened by the folks behind the successful The Tiramisu Hero, Butter My Buns at National University of Singapore’s University Town (UTown) brings wholesome cafe fare to the West of Singapore.

This new concept – Butter My Buns (yes, it is a cheeky name) – serves D.I.Y all-day breakfast sets, waffles and more.

The cafe is located beside Book Haven in Stephen Riady Centre and it can be quite hard to locate if you are not familiar with NUS. For those of you who are taking the shuttle bus in, stop at University Town and walk towards your right all the way to the building, then take the walk down the stairs. Butter My Buns faces the central field.

The prices here are very reasonable to cater to the students and you really get a bang for your buck. We picked out a savoury and a sweet option for variety’s sake.

The Honey Truffle Waffles (S$12) and BMB Breakfast (Cheese Sausage S$3, Scrambled Eggs S$3, Pasta Salad S$2.50) sure made our tummies really happy.

The waffles might look ordinary and simple, but it was both crunchy and fluffy. What stood out for us, was the truffle taste and fragrance which was well-balanced with the rest of the components of the dish.

It is definitely worth it to travel all the way here just for this sweet treat!

Other desserts include a series of Korean Bingsu (the most expensive is only S$7!), and sweet crepes.

The BMB Breakfast is a mix-and-match breakfast item where you choose your favourite ingredients and put together a breakfast of your desire. We picked the cheese sausage, scrambled eggs and pasta salad.

It was tasty but it lacked something – some X-factor of sorts. That said, it is still something simple and hearty. Perhaps we got the combination wrong!

Otherwise, try the Bastard Bun (S$3.50). Said to be one of the star dishes on the menu, it is essentially a hot dog with with a Bastard sauce – basil + mustard. Yup, Bastard.

Butter My Buns
2 College Avenue West Stephen Riady Centre
#01-07 University Town
National University of Singapore (NUS)
Singapore 138607
Daily: 10.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Kent Ridge

The feeling of breaking open a semi-cooked egg yolk is almost unbeatable and is every foodie’s guilty pleasure. Admit it – most of us are big fans of eggs and even bigger fans of the versatility of this tiny, yet wonderful treasure chest.

An egg can add wonder to just about anything. An onsen egg on a warm bowl of ramen, poached eggs on toast or perfectly scrambled eggs that melt in your mouth; we love them all.

We have decided to put together this list of the best #EggPorn dishes that taste as good (or even better) than they look. Here is our pick of the 10 Most Photogenic Egg Dishes in Singapore.

#1 SCOTCH EGGS – BY THE FIRE

From the team behind Immanuel French Kitchen at trendy Salute Coffeeshop in Alexandra, comes their latest two-month old concept, By The Fire, located just opposite I12 Katong. Amidst the array of affordable Western fare such as a 200g Hangar Steak (S$19), we can’t help but fall in love with their perfectly cooked Scotch Eggs (S$6.90) with a mouth-watering runny centre. One is not enough.

125 East Coast Road
Tel: +65 9185 4824
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Sat to Sun: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Dakota

#2 SCRAMBLED EGGS – CLUB STREET SOCIAL

We all know that it isn’t easy to perfect scrambled eggs but Club Street Social aces their rendition of this breakfast staple with their Scrambled Eggs with Fontina & Chives. Unpretentiously served with just a few slices of toast, the creamy and consistent texture of the eggs are enough for you to return back for more.

5 Gemmill Lane, off Club Street
Tel: +65 6225 5043
Mon to Fri: 11am – 10.30pm
Sat: 9am – 10.30pm
Sun: 9am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

#3 SIGNATURE DRY CHILLI PAN MEE – KIN KIN CHILLI PAN MEE

Opened last year near the Tai Seng industrial area, Kin Kin gives us a reason to travel all the way down with their Signature Dry Chilli Pan Mee (S$5) that features a runny poached egg on top of handmade noodles and served with minced meat and meat balls. Scoop a generous spoonful of their dried chilli on the side and break the yolk to mix in for the complete experience.

534 MacPherson Road
Tel: +65 6743 1372
Daily: 11am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Tai Seng

#4 KAGOSHIMA WAGYU DON – KINSA SUSHI

Once in awhile, cravings for a hearty bowl of Wagyu don will surface but the struggle to find an affordable yet delicious bowl is imminent. Kinsa Sushi’s Kagoshima Wagyu Don retails for a pocket-friendly amount of S$24.80 only. For the price, you get perfectly seared wagyu slices on rice, served with a poached egg; a deal hard to find anywhere else.

4 Hillview Rise
HillV2 #02-02
Tel: +65 67107278
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 3pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
Fri, Sat & Sun: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bukit Batok

#5 THE “KRUSTY KRAB” BENEDICT – LITTLE DINER

Tired of the usual Eggs Ben on smoked salmon or ham on toast? This quirky brunch-only “Krusty Krab” Benedict (S$19.50) from Little Diner features a golden deep-fried crab cake on top of toasted brioche, served with bacon, asparagus and a homemade chipotle aioli hollandaise sauce.

789 Bukit Timah Road
Tel: +65 6466 4088
Tue to Fri: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village/Botanic Gardens

#6 CHICK N EGG – PADDY HILLS

Paddy Hills is an Instagrammer’s heaven – good food and a beautiful restaurant interior. From their dinner menu, the Chick N Egg (S$20) is an undisputed star. You might initially complain about the slightly hefty price tag, but once you sink your teeth into the ultimate combination of crisp chicken skin, garlic fried rice and runny egg yolk, you will be running back for more. Every component of this dish is executed professionally and we love how this dish looks on camera; magnificent!

38 South Buona Vista Road
Tel: +65 6479 0800
Daily: 8.30am – 5pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Haw Par Villa

#7 PLASTER BLASTER – SPRINGLEAF PRATA PLACE

Plaster Blaster (S$5) is Springleaf Prata Place’s contribution to the Ultimate Hawker Fest 2014. This unique prata dish features ham on top of a plain prata topped off with a runny poached egg and homemade masala hollandaise sauce. You’ve probably never seen prata done quite like Springleaf’s version and it is a must-try from their menu besides their famous Ultimate Murtabak.

53 Jln Tua Kong
Tel: +65 +65 8693 5393
Daily: 7am – 12am
Nearest Station: Bedok

#8 THE BAD BOY BURGER – THE ROYALS STEAKHOUSE

As a specialised Muslim steakhouse near Arab Street, we were pleasantly surprised by The Royals Steakhouse’s range of delicious steaks and burgers on their menu. The Bad Boy Burger (S$22) is our top pick. Perfectly pink in the centre, the steak is topped with melted cheese, turkey and a beautiful and runny sunny side up egg. The burger buns were buttered then toasted to a nice crisp to hold the patty and topping together well.

10 Jln Pisang
Tel: +65 6291 3326
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
(Closed on Tuesdays)
Nearest Station: Bugis

#9 CARBONARA – WICKED GARLIC

Wicked Garlic is a popular dining spot in the Central Business District for two reasons – their inexpensive nett prices and delectable comfort food. Try their simple Carbonara (S$8.90), al dente pasta served with bacon and a beautiful egg yolk, topped off with parmesan. Quickly mix the yolk in with the rest of the pasta for the perfect creamy Carbonara texture that is so good, you’ll lick the plate clean!

10 Anson Road
#01-37, International Plaza
Tel: +65 8509 2942
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 9pm
Sat: 11.30am – 8am
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

#10 TUNISIAN – WILD HONEY

Wild Honey’s rendition of the classic Tunisian (S$20) dish of Shakshouka is possibly our favourite dish out of their entire all-day-breakfast menu. A tomato stew that’s peppered with spices, littered with chorizo slices and crowned with two eggs, is paired up with a simple tomato salsa and toasted bread. Break the yolk with the bread and dip deep into the stew for an outstanding burst of flavours.

333A Orchard Road #03-02
Mandarin Gallery Singapore
Tel: +65 6235 3900
Mon to Thu, Sun: 9am – 8.30pm
Fri & Sat: 9am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

About the writer:
Cheryl is a staff writer for ladyironchef. She loves a good steak and an even better cuppa. She eats just about anything and everything. In her free time, she regularly starts on sci-fi or fantasy movie marathons.

Brunch is easily Singapore’s favourite meal. Fluffy pancakes drenched in maple syrup and accompanied by butter, Eggs Benedicts drowned in rich hollandaise sauce, or a hearty big breakfast of eggs, streaky bacons, sausages and toast – it is almost impossible to not like brunch.

In a city that has seen almost every restaurant and café serving brunch on weekends, Wild Honey has done remarkably well. It is one of the first few places that offers all-day brunch. It seems to have the right formula: brunch food made from produce that is sourced from the best in-season markets over the world – with very familiar flavours that would appeal to diners of all agw. There is no wonder both Wild Honey branches at Mandarin Gallery and Scotts Square are always packed.

The menu is extensive and it is the dream of every breakfast lover. From English breakfast ($24) with the full works of scrambled eggs, bacon, pork sausage on brioche, to the Canadian ($19) – a tall stack of pancakes served with bacon and maple syrup, to the Norwegian breakfast ($26) which consists of two perfect poached eggs wrapped with Norwegian smoked salmon –- there is something for everyone from their all-day breakfast menu. If you are not big on brunch food, you can get something from their sandwich menu. A 120g Australian grass fed Sirloin steak sandwich ($25), perhaps? Or the Monte Cubano Sandwich ($16) with pulled pork and Virginia ham in a pressed toasted focaccia roll?

I like Wild Honey – they serve good and hearty breakfast in a cosy and intimate setting. However, I am not sure if I am willing to pay so much for brunch, so it will probably remain as an occasional indulge.

Wild Honey
6 Scotts Road
Level 3 Scotts Square
Tel: +65 6636 1816
Mon to Fri: 9am – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 8am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Brunch is the country’s favourite weekend meal. It is so popular that almost every restaurant has started brunch service. Some places are slightly more adventurous, they come up with various interpretations using different ingredients; while others stick to the usual favourites such as eggs benedict, pancakes, and French Toast.

The Dempsey Brasserie is one of them. They feature classic items like eggs benedict ($18) smothered with hollandaise sauce, pancakes drenched with maple syrup ($12), scrambled eggs and shaved truffle ($16), big brasserie breakfast ($24). For something heavier, they also offer dishes like whole roasted chicken ($30), fish & chips ($23), and tagliatelle arrabiatta ($22).

Nothing says weekend to me like indulging with friends over a good brunch. So when the folks from Genting were in town, Beatrice and I brought them to The Dempsey Brasserie, where they serve weekend brunch from 10.am to 3.30pm.

Beatrice is crazy for anything truffle, so we started with the truffle fries ($13). In fact, there was a tussle as everyone could not stop eating the truffle fries, and to keep the peace, we ordered a second portion. Needless to say, they are now one of the places on my list of best truffle fries in Singapore.

I was very excited when the gorgeous ‘the works’ burger ($26) – a 200g prime Angus beef patty with caramelised onions, crispy bacon, sauteed mushrooms, gruyere cheese, lettuce, and tomato – arrived. I hurriedly took a bite, but it was sadly, underwhelming. The patty was way too dry, and I did not finish it.

Most of the breakfast items like eggs benedict, pancakes, and big breakfast were decent, but nothing to rave about.

The standout dish was the signature airflown Tasmania mussels ($20 for starter, $36 for main pot) cooked in white wine sauce.

Overall we really wanted to love The Dempsey Brasserie because it has a nice ambience, and a good location. While it managed to be fairly decent, most of the food did not leave a deep impression.

That said, I’d probably come back again for dinner; the presence of coq au vin ($26), steak frites ($38), duck confit ($32) is enough to tempt me to give them a second chance.

The Dempsey Brasserie
Blk 7 Dempsey Road, #01-03
Tel: +65 6473 4500
Mon – Fri: 5pm – 1am
Sat – Sun: 10.30am – 1am

For more recommendations, please read my Guide to Dempsey Hill Restaurants

There are many restaurants serving brunch, but most of them are only mediocre. Club Street Social – located at Gemmil Lane, a quiet corner off Club Street where you can also find Luke’s Oyster Bar – is definitely not one of them. I am not afraid to say that it is one of the best, if not the best brunch place in town. Trust me, that is no small praise.

Since going there, I’ve been recommending it to all my friends. If this is your first time hearing  about it, I’d suggest going there soon before they get too popular.

On my first visit, we were there for drinks (they have very good cocktails which are priced from $16-20, but that’s a story for another day), and I loved the vibe of the place. I remember telling my companion that I felt like I was transported to Manhattan. I made a mental note to come back to try the food. A week later, I was back for brunch, and I absolutely fell in love with the place.

Besides serving all day breakfast (note: they serve it daily), they also have salad, soups, crostini (toppings on small slices of toasted bread, somewhat like a bruschetta), tramezzini (sandwich made from soft white bread), panini (toasted sandwich made with ciabatta), and desserts on the menu. Being gluttons, we were tempted to order everything.

The truffled egg toast ($14) was very appealing, while the pan-seared lobster panini ($28) also called out to us. We eventually went for the scrambled eggs ($12), and prosciutto panini ($16).

The scrambled eggs with fontina and chives was creamy and very well prepared; it had the right consistency and flavour. My dining partner and I agreed that this was one of the best scrambled eggs we’ve had in Singapore. It will have me returning over and over again.

The panini – with prosciutto, tomato, mozzarella, and truffle mayo – was equally outstanding. It was simple, but very delicious. Easily one of the best tasting paninis. A few of my friends who are regulars at Club Street Social also told me good things about their bacon & egg panini ($14) and duck confit panini ($19).

The perfect bread pudding should have the texture of steamed eggs. It needs to have nicely soaked bread, where you can get a bready (pun intended) texture, and when you dig in, it should be moist and soft – like a pudding.

Unfortunately, Club Street Social’s rendition came nowhere close. The middle of the nutella bread pudding was okay, but it was mostly too dry. The lemon tart ($7) was also run-of-the-mill. Desserts are probably not their strength. I’d spend the money to get a cocktail, or go somewhere else for desserts.

With great, affordable food and cocktails served in a classy environment, I have no doubt that Club Street Social is the new “IT” restaurant in Singapore. It already has plenty of fans, so plan a trip this weekend.

Club Street Social
5 Gemmill Lane, off Club Street
Tel: +65 6225 5043
Mon to Fri: 11am – 10.30pm
Sat: 9am – 10.30pm
Sun: 9am – 9pm

For more recommendations, please read my list of best brunch places in Singapore

Eggs Benedict is one of my favourite breakfast food. When I go for brunch, I will definitely order Eggs Benedict, or convince my friend to get it so that I can try. I don’t know about you, but brunch will never be the same without it.

Eggs Benedict is a dish that has a beautifully poached egg and tender ham, sitting on top of an English muffin, drizzled with a magical hollandaise sauce. There are different popular variations like Eggs Royale, which substitutes salmon for the ham; Eggs Florentine; which has spinach instead of ham; and Eggs Blackstone, which comes with streaky bacon for the ham.

It took me a long time to do this post as I’ve been trying out different brunch places, and I am happy to share with you my list of the best Eggs Benedict in Singapore.

Skyve Elementary Bistro and Bar

Started by the same team from Table 66 restaurant, Skyve Bistro is a classy bistro which is located in an old school building at Winstedt Road (formerly District 10 Bistro). It uses the Sous-Vide technique to prepare the perfect poached eggs. Trust me on this, go to Skyve Elementary Bistro & Bar for their Sous Vide Eggs Benedict ($12).

10 Winstedt Road
Blk E #01-17
Tel: +65 6225 6690

Barracks Cafe

One of my favourite spots for brunch, Barracks Cafe at Dempsey Hill serves simple and reasonably-priced food in a cosy space.

Besides the legendary truffle fries and 7 layer pancakes, the classic Eggs Benedict ($18) – poached eggs on toasted English muffins, drizzled with hollandaise sauce – at Barracks cafe is also a must-order when you are having breakfast there.

8D Dempsey Road
#01-01 to 06 Tanglin Village
Tel: +65 6475 7787

Canopy Garden Dining & Bar

Canopy’s Eggs Royale far surpassed our expectations with its quality for $13. It was generously covered with hollandaise sauce. This is one vital factor that attributes to the totality of a good Eggs Royale (or Eggs Benedict) – no stinginess when it comes to hollandaise sauce

Bishan Park 2 1382 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1
Singapore 569931
Tel: +65 6556 1533
Weekdays: 9am till late
Weekends: 8am till late

Eggs Benedict is a dish that consists of two halves of an English muffin, topped with ham or bacon, poached eggs and hollandaise sauce.

Choupinette

Tucked in a corner along Bukit Timah road near Coronation Plaza, Choupinette is a charming little place that serves homely comfort food, and one of the best eggs Benedict in Singapore.

607 Bukit Timah Road #01-01
Tel: +65 6466 0613
Tue to Thu: 9am – 8pm
Fri: 9am – 10pm
Sat: 8am – 10pm
Sun: 8am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens

Five and Dime

Easily one of the prettiest new restaurants in town, Five and Dime is located at 297 River Valley Road. It is one of my favourite new restaurants in Singapore, and I’d highly recommend you to go there for brunch. Five and Dime’s Eggs Benny ($16) is slightly different; the beautifully poached eggs come with seared beef, and a healthy serving of fresh greens.

297 River Valley Road
Tel: +65 9236 5002

Group Therapy Cafe

One of the latest cafes to open in the trendy Duxton Hill area, Group Therapy Cafe is a space tucked away on the 2nd storey of a reconstructed shophouse.

They serve a slightly different variation of Eggs Benedict. Instead of English muffin, the poached eggs with salmon are stacked on top of a thick toast. Together with a generous helping of the hollandaise sauce, there’s no way you can resist it.

49 Duxton Road #02-01
Tel: +65 6222 2554

Marmalade Pantry at the Stables

Marmalade Pantry at the Stables is a great place for a good meal if you wish to escape the city for a relaxing brunch.

So here’s a heads up if you are planning to go there this weekend. They have interesting choices like Steak and Eggs ($38), Chorizo Frittata ($18), but both of us know that brunch is all about Eggs Benedict ($19). Have fun!

55 Fairways Drive
Tel: +65 6467 9328

PS Cafe

There are many people who argue that PS Cafe is overrated, serving mediocre food at exorbitant prices, but there is no denying that PS Cafe is one of the most beautiful restaurants in Singapore.

When you are paying $26 for two simple poached eggs on English muffin, it is no longer just about the food; it is about the whole dining experience. Where else better than PS Cafe, one of the most popular see and be seen places in Singapore?

28B Harding Road
Tanglin Village (Dempsey Road) Singapore
Tel: +65 6479 3343

On a lazy Sunday morning, all you need is Eggs Benny.

Riders Cafe

One of the most popular brunch places in Singapore, Riders Cafe also has one of the best locations. Hidden within Fairways Drive, this countryside cafe is the place to go if you want to escape from the hustle of city.

It serves a Blackstone Benedict, which substitutes streaky bacon for the ham and adds a tomato slice to the poached eggs & hollandaise on rustic sourdough.

51 Fairways Drive
Bukit Timah Saddle Club
Tel: +65 6466 9819

Roadhouse

Roadhouse at Dempsey is opened by the good people behind Prive, and it serves the same delicious Eggs Benedict ($16). Lightly poached eggs, honey baked ham, streaky bacon, rockets, and English muffins.

13 Dempsey Road #01-07
Tel: +65 6476 2922

Eggs Benedict. Eggs Benedict. Eggs Benedict. Eggs Benedict. Eggs Benedict. Eggs Benedict.

Wild Honey

The popular all day breakfast restaurant has recently opened a new outlet at Scotts Square, so you guys now have one more option to choose from when you are meeting your friends in Orchard Road.

Let’s go straight to the eggs benedict. Unlike the typical ones, Wild Honey’s rendition ($18) comes with sauteed mushroom and prosciutto on toasted brioche.

6 Scotts Road
#03-01 Scotts Square
Tel: +65 6636 1816

For more recommendations, please read my list of Brunch Places in Singapore

Thinking about what to do on a Sunday morning? Let’s find a nice cafe for brunch, have a cup of coffee, read a book and watch the world goes by.

The once-sleepy Tiong Bahru estate seems to be coming alive as more and more cafe – Drips Bakery Cafe, Forty Hands, and Open Door Policy – open in the area.

The Orange Thimble cafe at Eng Hoon Street is one of the new additions, and it joins Group Therapy Cafe in my list of new favourite cafes in Singapore.

For now, The Orange Thimble remains a nice hidden cafe. My friends have repeatedly warned me not to blog about it, so they are probably plotting a plan to murder me as I type this. You should quickly go down before more food blogs write about it.

The art cafe is divided into five sections. Directly behind the main area, there are two small tables in the corridor leading to the backyard.

There is also a mini art gallery where you get to sit down and enjoy a cup of coffee while admiring the art pieces.

The food at The Orange Thimble isn’t exceptional. In fact, I wouldn’t come here just for the food. But I like the place. It has a nice vibe, and I can definitely see myself coming back to chill out with a group of friends.

The Orange Thimble Cafe in Tiong Bahru serves all day breakfast on weekends – English breakfast comes with eggs, sausages, bacon, sauteed mushroom, roasted tomatoes with toast for $11.5. Other items on the menu include: Shepherd’s Pie ($9), Egg Mayo sandwich ($8.5) and English Breakfast Burger ($5.5).

Singapore Food Blog Review
The Orange Thimble Cafe
56 Eng Hoon Street #01-68
Tel: +65 6223 8068
Tue to Sun: 11am – 9pm

For more recommendations, please read my list of best cafes in Singapore

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Pancake is one thing that I can have everyday without getting sick of. They taste great with a scoop of ice cream, or if you are like me, I’d have them with just maple syrup and butter.

I LOVE pancakes. Over the last two months, I’ve been trying out different brunch places to find the best pancakes in Singapore. Where can you find good and fluffy pancakes? Which pancake places are worth a try?

Here’s my list of the best pancakes in Singapore.

Pancake lovers unite!

Antoinette

It is no secret that I am a big fan of Chef Pang Kok Keong. Antoinette – a beautiful Parisian style patisserie tea salon – is one of my favourite new restaurants in 2011.

Besides offering French desserts, Antoinette also has an all day dining menu which has eggs, French toast, and Blinis (French thick pancakes). There are both sweet and savoury pancakes like Blinis with blueberries ($10), and savoury Blinis with smoked salmon ($15).

30 Penhas Road

Tel: +65 6293 3121

Pancakes are most people’s favourite brunch food for a good reason: they are fun and delicious.

Barracks Cafe House Dempsey

Everyone needs at least one reliable place for comfort food. For me, Barracks Cafe at Dempsey Hill is one of my favourite cafes in Singapore. With seven layers of fluffy pancakes, the 7-layer Pancake ($18) at Barracks Cafe is quite possibly the biggest pancake in Singapore. Definitely a must-try for pancake lovers.

8D Dempsey Road
#01-01 to 06 Tanglin Village
Tel: +65 6475 7787

Canopy Garden Dining & Bar

Over at Canopy Garden Dining & Bar, they serve a Buttermilk Pancakes ($6 with maple syrup, and $9 with ice cream). For the price, we thought that it was great value for this dish.

Bishan Park 2 1382 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1
Singapore 569931
Tel: +65 6556 1533
Weekdays: 9am till late
Weekends: 8am till late

Cedele Restaurant & Bakery

A good pancake can be found at Cedele. They have different variations like wild blueberry, pepper corn, apple cinnamon and mushroom onion.

Filled with the goodness of blueberries, Cedele’s Wild Blueberry Pancakes ($12.9) came with butter, maple syrup, salad, and choice of bacon or sausage.

501 Orchard Road
#03-14 Wheelock Place
Tel: +65 6732 8520

Epicurious Cafe

The pancakes ($7) from Epicurious are not out-of-this-world good. But I still love it, and I always order baked eggs and eat them together.

392 Upper Bukit Timah Road
The Rail Mall
Tel: +65 6894 5926

Food For Thought Cafe

At Food For Thought Cafe, you can choose from a variety of pancakes: have it plain with fresh cream and Gula Melaka syrup ($6); or opt for the popular combination of banana & walnuts ($10). Breakfast is available from 9am to 5.30pm, let’s have pancakes for afternoon high tea.

8 Queen Street
Tel: +65 6338 9887

Not all pancakes are created equal. Your mission: go in search of the best pancakes in Singapore.

OverEasy Restaurant

Another place that has all day breakfast is OverEasy at One Fullerton. It is an American restaurant that serves your favourite comfort food, it is opened till late 2am. How about having some pancakes ($16) with scrambled eggs, tomatoes and bacon for supper?

1 Fullerton Road
#01-06 One Fullerton
Tel: +65 6423 0701

Privé bakery café

Prive Bakery Cafe is one of my favourite brunch places in Singapore. There’s nothing fantastic about the food, just simple, well-executed comfort food served at reasonable prices.

And of course, you must order the fluffy pancakes ($13.5) when you are there.

2 Keppel Bay Vista
GF Marina @ Keppel Bay
Tel: 6776 0777

Pancakes are just an excuse for me to eat maple syrup and butter. Om nom nom nom!

Spruce Cafe Bakery

Perched at the top of Phoenix Park in Tanglin, Spruce is a nice cafe which is just a few minutes drive from Orchard. It is extremely popular for their weekend brunch, and the Banana Hotcakes ($14) with honeycomb butter and blueberry syrup is definitely worth a try.

320 Tanglin Road
Phoenix Park Singapore
Tel: +65 6836 5528

Strictly Pancakes

The concept of all day dining restaurant serving only pancakes is not new – I have been to Pancakes on the Rock in Sydney which has a similar idea.

But Strictly Pancakes is certainly the first of its kind in Singapore. It is one of the few places that serve both sweet pancakes ($10) like lemon curd, strawberries, and blackforest; and savoury pancakes ($14) that come with ingredients like beef patty, salmon and garlic buttered prawns.

44A Prinsep Street Singapore
Tel: +65 6333 4202

Wild Honey Singapore

Wild Honey at Mandarin Gallery is a breakfast speciality restaurant that serves different breakfasts from all over the world. The Canadian Pancake ($18) – a stack of classic pancakes served with wild berry, bacon and maple syrup – is one of the most popular items on their all day brunch menu.

333A Orchard Road #03-02
Mandarin Gallery Singapore
Tel: +65 6235 3900

For more recommendations, read my list of best brunch places in Singapore

One of the newest cafes to open in the trendy Duxton Hill area, Group Therapy Cafe is a space tucked away on the 2nd storey of a reconstructed shophouse.

Even though I’ve been to the Duxton Hill area many times, I’ve never noticed them until my friend told me about it. Just in case you are wondering where they are located, the cafe is directly above Etna Italian restaurant on Duxton road.

I fell in love as I stepped inside the cafe. It is one of those places that you would find it impossible not to like. Definitely one of my new favourite cafes in Singapore.

From what I understand, Group Therapy started out mainly as an event space for birthday parties, media launches and corporate workshops, but the cafe business has slowly grown with the help of word-of-mouth recommendations.

The menu changes from time to time, but you can expect comfort food like salad ($15), soup ($11), sandwiches ($14), eggs ($11-15) and desserts ($4.5-8.5). When we were there on a Saturday afternoon, we ordered from their all day breakfast menu to share.

The Poached Eggs ($15) that we had was gorgeous. Stacked on top of an extremely thick and fluffy toast, the poached eggs with salmon came with a generous helping of the hollandaise sauce. It was fantastic!

I was slightly disappointed when I found out that they only serve pancakes (from a special brunch menu) on Sunday. But that feeling was gone with the arrival of the waffles.

Weekends are made of Belgian style waffle ($8.5) with maple syrup and butter.

Group Therapy Cafe at Duxton road does not serve out-of-this-world good food; the menu is simple and unpretentious. They have a very comfortable and relaxing space, and I love the fact that not many people know about them YET.

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Group Therapy Cafe
49 Duxton Road #02-01
Tel: +65 6222 2554

Tue to Thu: 11am – 6pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 11pm
Sun: 10am – 6pm
Closed on Mon

For more recommendations, read my list of the best cafes in Singapore

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Besides Marmalade Toast at Takashimaya, another place that I like to go whenever I am in town is Pique Nique American Cafe by Chef Pang Kok Keong.

I am a huge fan of Chef Pang. I’ve tried almost all his desserts while he was at Canele Patisserie (under the Les Amis group). Boy was I excited when I heard that he left the group late last year to set up his own company, the Sugar Daddy Group.

Pique Nique is located at the basement of Takashimaya where McDonald’s used to be. It serves favourite American comfort food like mac & cheese ($12-16), hot dogs ($8.5-11), burgers ($10-13), all day breakfast ($7.5-13.5), whoopie pies ($2) and desserts ($4-8).

Both Pique Nique and Anoinette (a French bistro-patisserie) are conceptualised by Chef Pang in his attempt to take over the dessert world in Singapore. I’ve been to both dessert places a few times so far, but more on Anoinette another day.

Among the desserts at Pique Nique, there are cupcakes with flavours like banana spilt, chocolate caramel, peanut butter, and carrot; cheesecakes like triple chocolate, American, oreo and strawberry; and an assortment of whoopie pies like maple walnut, caramel pecan, and peanut butter & jelly.

So far, I’ve tried the Lemon Meringue cupcake, Red Velvet Cupcake, Vanilla Cupcake ($4.8), Blackout Chocolate Cake ($8) and Oreo Cream Cheese Bar ($4.8) and Whoopie Pies ($2.15). While I don’t think they are fantastic enough to be listed as one of the  top 10 cakes in Singapore, I like that most of them are classic comfort desserts – ideal for afternoon tea.

Pique Nique at Ngee Ann City is also one of the few places that serve all day breakfast in Orchard road. The American Favourite breakfast with two eggs served with homemade English muffins or white toast starts at $7.5, and there is also the popular eggs benedict that comes with Pique Nique’s special fries at $12. They also have French toast ($7.5), buttermilk pancakes ($7.5) and waffles ($13.5) on the brunch menu.

There are not many restaurants in Orchard Road that serve decent food at pocket-friendly prices, and Pique Nique is one those few places. The food and desserts are not fantstic, but most of them are reasonably priced and I will definitely go there when I want a light snack in between meal times.

Pique Nique by Chef Pang Kok Keong
#B1-01 Takashimaya Shopping Centre
Ngee Ann City Tower A
391A Orchard Road
Tel: +65 6238 6705
Daily: 10am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Located between the junction of Middle Road and Waterloo Street, Artichoke Cafe & Bar is a nice cafe which is 5 minutes away from Bugis.

Most of you probably read about Artichoke Cafe on other food blogs by now, so I shall go straight to the point. Artichoke Cafe at Sculpture Square, is definitely one of the best brunch places in Singapore.

However, there is still room for improvement for the service. We were there for brunch on a weekend, and they could not handle the crowd. Having said that, I do think they have good breakfast food and the cafe has a nice laid-back feel which sets the tone for a lazy afternoon.

Artichoke Restaurant is all about communal dining. Most of the family-style shared plates for dinner are around $10-$15 for appetisers and $25-$30 for main courses.

As for Weekend Brunch, they have nine items on the menu. Prices range from $9 for the Turkish Toast with homemade apple, to $14 for the Scrambled Eggs and $18 for the 65 degree slow cooked eggs with smoked salmon. If you are feeling hungry, go for the Self Destruction ($24) – which is sort of like a big breakfast with everything.

Accompanied by roasted tomatoes, toast and rocket, the Scrambled Eggs comes with either organic mushrooms ($14) or Maple Glazed Bacon Chop ($16).

We ordered both, and the Maple Glazed Bacon Chop was certainly more value-for-money filling since it came with a huge slab of Bacon Chop.

At $20, I felt that the Middle Eastern ‘baked beans’ with Merquez lamb sausage (above picture) was somewhat overpriced. There was nothing particularly outstanding as the dish only had lamb sausage, baked beans fried eggs and toast.

I’d definitely go for the Eggs Shakshouka ($20) which you see in the first picture of this post. It reminded me of the Tunisian Breakfast that I had at Wild Honey. Two eggs baked in tomato sauce with braised lamb, yogurt cheese and toast. The braised lamb was delicious.

I didn’t have the Grilled Haloumi cheese on toast ($17) with mushrooms, avocado hummus and wild rocket, but it looked quite appealing.

My favourite breakfast dish at Artichoke Restaurant was the Self Destruction ($24) – which came with crispy hash brown, country sausage gravy, melted cheddar, mushrooms and two fried eggs. The portion was huge, and it was very rich (perhaps a little too salty). Make sure you share this with someone, it is impossible to finish it on your own.

The al fresco area at Artichoke Cafe is a good place to chill out if you can take the heat. Otherwise, there are plenty of tables indoor, and they also have a Greenhouse which is like a private dining room.

Still looking for a brunch place? Why not visit Artichoke Cafe & Bar this weekend?

Read my list of Brunch Restaurants in Singapore | Best Cafes in Singapore

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Artichoke Cafe & Bar
161 Middle Road
Inside Sculpture Square (beside NAFA)
Tel: +65 6336 6949

Operating Hours:
Mon closed
Tue to Thu 6pm – 10pm
Fri 6pm – midnight
Sat 11am-4pm, 6pm-midnight
Sun 11am – 4pm

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The Plain is a Melbourne-style Cafe located at Craig road and it has been building up a strong following who go there regularly for their poached eggs and coffee.

It has an all day breakfast menu that serves simple food like toasts ($5), eggs ($5 – $11.5), ciabattas ($8.5) and sandwiches ($9). Occasionally, they also have home baked sweets like tarts and mini cakes.

The interior of The Plain Coffee House is causal and unassuming, with grey-scale wall and simple furniture. It is a nice place to sit down and read a book, whilst having sandwich with a cup of Genovese coffee. The place is not very big and it can probably accommodate around 30-40 people.

The Plain’s Pastrami Ciabatta ($8.5) was more than good – it was excellent. I am not sure if it was because we were too hungry, but everyone agreed that it was a winner. Definitely will try out the other two Ciabatta (Salami & Antipasto) the next time round.

There was barely anything to the Darling’s Eggs ($6.50 for 1/$11.5 for 2): just sourdough toast, roma tomatoes, cheese and poached eggs. But it was an extremely satisfying breakfast.

The key, I think, is the Roma tomato. I’ve told you about the benefits of eating tomatoes before. Needless to say, the idea of having the sweet and juicy tomatoes with the poached eggs was the clincher.

On the other hand, my friends preferred the simple taste of the Plain Eggs ($5 for 1/$8 for 2) – poached eggs on buttered sourdough toast without tomatoes and cheese.

Out of curiosity, we ordered the Dean’s Breakfast ($6.0 for 1/$10.5 for 2) which came with Vegemite spread. The dark brown Australian food paste on the sourdough toast was surprisingly pleasant. If you like Vegemite, there’s also the Humpty Dumpty & Vegemite soldiers (dippy eggs on buttered toast sticks) on The Plain Cafe’s menu.

Considering that The Plain Coffee Shop was not very crowded when we were there for brunch, service was slow and the staff made a mistake with two of our orders.

It was quite puzzling to see that there was no proper billing system at The Plain Cafe. The staff do not record down the items when taking the order, so you have to repeat your order when paying at the counter.

I asked the owner the rationale for this and he explained that most cafes in Melbourne operate this way. Most importantly, he wants The Plain to be a place where you feel the familiarity of having dinner at a friend’s house. Whilst I think it is very admirable to charge based on a system of trust, it can get quite messy if there are many too orders. Furthermore, it increases the waiting time during payment.

Having said that, I like the fact that The Plain Cafe is not commercialised. It is refreshing to see cool cafes like these in the local scene.

The Plain Cafe
50 Craig Road #01-01 Singapore
(Near the intersection with Duxton road)
Tel: +65 6225 4387
Daily 7.30am – 7.30pm

Some of my friends have been commenting that Strictly Pancakes at Prinsep Street is probably one of the best pancake restaurant/cafe in Singapore. As usual, I waited a while before visiting because I wanted them to sort out the teething problems first.

The concept of All Day Dining restaurant serving only pancakes is not new, I have been to Pancakes on the Rock in Sydney which has a similar idea. But Strictly Pancakes is certainly the first of its kind in Singapore, and their menu has both savoury and sweet pancakes.

I heard that they are usually full during lunch and dinner, so we went there during mid afternoon and we had the whole cafe to ourselves.

If it was the ‘old’ me, I’d have rejected the idea of savoury pancakes: “how can pancakes be savoury, they are supposed to be sweet, they are dessert!” But hey, there’s always a first time for everything, right?

After settling down on the cosy sofa, I took a look at Strictly Pancakes’ menu and went for the Snuggle Up ($13). Tasty hotdogs held within the fluffy pancakes, drizzled with the sweet maple syrup and butter; perfect! Who can refuse a hot and puffy pancake? Not me.

We felt that the mushy peas didn’t really blend in well with the pancakes and sausages, but it was a good attempt anyway.

Eeew, pancakes and GARLIC BUTTERED PRAWNS?

Yes. The stack of pancakes were served together with prawns buttered generously with garlic. To be fair, it wasn’t as weird as we thought. The Garlic Buttered prawns pancakes ($14) that silvia ordered were actually pretty tasty.

Here’s a tip: if you are a savoury person, by all means order the savoury pancakes like the Beef Patty, Chicken chunks, and Smoked Salmon from Strictly Pancakes.

But for those who have a sweet tooth and find it hard to accept the idea of a savoury pancake, I will still suggest you to give it a try. Think of it this way, if worse comes to worst, you can always have the savoury toppings separately, and finish the pancakes with maple syrup and butter as dessert.

Give them a try with an open mind, there’s really nothing to lose.

The Strawberries & Co ($10) is a medium stack of pancakes with mixed berries, strawberries coulis, and vanilla ice cream. Whenever I go to Epicurious Cafe for breakfast, I’ll always order their pancakes as it is affordable and good.

But after having the ones from Strictly Pancakes, I will go as far to say that they have the best pancakes in Singapore. Three fluffy and thick pancakes with a scoop of good vanilla ice cream for just ten bucks – how do you beat that?

Having pancakes is just an excuse for me to eat maple syrup, and ice cream.

We also had the Bananas-Scotched ($10). The pancakes were the perfect vehicle to soak up the rum and maple syrup, together with the caramelised bananas and vanilla bean ice cream — I think I am in sugar heaven. Mind you, this is extremely sweet, so only order it if you have a high tolerance for sweet stuff.

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The pancakes are definitely substantial enough for lunch, we were so full that we couldn’t finish all the pancakes. For those of you who are keen to try the Prinsep Street Pancakes, I’d advise you to share the pancakes (for 4 person, 3 different pancakes should suffice).

Strictly Pancakes reminds me of Hatched and Wild Honey, which serve all day breakfast daily. Now you can have your pancakes during breakfast, afternoon tea, or as desserts after dinner. There’s no doubt. I definitely will come back to Strictly Pancakes at Prinsep Street to satisfy my pancakes craving.

Strictly Pancakes has the best pancakes in Singapore, it’s time to drop by for a pancake party!

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Strictly Pancakes
44A Prinsep Street Singapore
Tel: +65 6333 4202

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The original plan was to have churros at Alegro Clark Quay, unfortunately it was closed and the churros evaded me yet again. We walked along the river banks and found ourselves looking at the brunch menu from eM by the River. They serve all day breakfast (from 9am to 3pm daily), and we managed to make it for the last order.

I have been wanting to visit eM by the River for some time. They are one of the Gallery Hotel restaurants, positioned at one end of Robertson Quay (closer to Red House Seafood restaurant and Boomarang if you have difficulty locating them).

The brunch menu has standard breakfast items like Eggs Benedict ($13), poached eggs on english muffin with ham & hollandaise suace – American Breakfast ($18) with eggs, sausages, beans, mushrooms, bacons, tomato & toast – Omelette ($10) with choice of cheese, ham, tomato – pancakes ($10) with maple syrup. If breakfast food is not your thing, there’s also a variety of sandwiches and main courses available on the menu.

We were thinking about the desserts at Laurent Bernard’s, so for once, there wasn’t much room for the eggs at eM by the river. Rich and thick hollandaise sauce drizzled over the delicate poached eggs, accompanied by thinly-sliced smoked salmon on a toasted English muffin (unfortunately it’s a little soggy) — but still, there’s just something amazing about having the Eggs Royale ($14) for breakfast.

eM by the River has a 1-for-1 happy hour on Mojito during Saturday night (9pm to 11pm). Sitting beside the river and having mojito while staring at the stars above, it’s the perfect way to spend the night.

Now that I have been to eM by the River, I think they are a good alternative breakfast place if the queue at Epicurious cafe is too long. Besides, they serve daily brunch while epicurious only has weekend brunch. If you are in the mood for pasta or pizza, check out Bella Pizza which in my opinion, is one of the best pizza places in Singapore. For desserts after your meal, drop by Laurent Bernard, or Canele Patisserie. Among the many restaurants at Robertson Quay, I’m very much tempted to try Brussels Sprouts, as well as Satsuma Shochu Dining Bar at the Gallery Hotel next. How about you? Which is your favorite Robertson Quay Restaurant?

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eM by the River
1 Nanson Road #01-05
The Gallery Hotel Singapore
Tel: +65 6836 9691
Weekday All Day Breakfast: 9am to 3pm
Weekend All Day Breakfast: 8am to 3pm

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